CVE-2026-53480 Details
Description
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7, LTS2026 release version 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70 contain an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized file modification.
A path traversal vulnerability has been identified in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7, as well as in LTS2026 release versions 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release versions 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. This vulnerability arises from an improper limitation of pathnames, allowing a high-privileged attacker with remote access to potentially exploit the issue and make unauthorized modifications to files.
Users are advised to upgrade to version 8.7.0.0 or later, version 8.8.0.0 or later, or version 7.13.1.80 or later, depending on their current version. For instructions on how to upgrade, see the Dell PowerProtect Data Domain Upgrade Guide.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 8, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-22 | Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| dell data domain operating system | >= 7.7.1.0, < 7.13.1.80 >= 7.14.0.0, < 8.3.1.40 >= 8.4.0.0, < 8.6.1.20 >= 8.7.0.0, < 8.8.0.0 |
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jul 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 8, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |